3/17 4:30pm: Caltrans Update “At least a month closure”

“Due to severe roadway damage to the southbound lane, a 2-mile section of Hwy. 1 at Rocky Point (Postmile 60.5) will continue to be closed north of Big Sur from Bixby Creek Bridge to Palo Colorado Road south of Carmel. This closure is for all travelers including emergency vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists. Crews assessing the roadway have determined that it will be at least a month for a temporary repair to occur. All businesses along the coast on Hwy. 1 remain open. Alternate routes include Highways 101, 68 and 46. An update will be provided as more information becomes available and/or conditions change. Rain is expected in the Monterey Bay Area this weekend.”